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Elise Benefield, RN, orthopedic spine nurse coordinator at The Children’s Hospital in Denver, holds a science project done by one of her patients' siblings for school. Shown in 3-D, through the use of colorful pipe-cleaners, is the detailed layout of a spine. Photo by Jason P. Smith

November is annually celebrated as National Hospice Month, a time to raise awareness of hospice and stress the importance of quality care at the end of life. This is a time to honor and recognize the work of hospice and palliative care professionals, volunteers, and supporters across the country.

Over 4.2 million influenza vaccine doses were shipped this week to health providers serving high-priority groups as part of the plan announced on October 12 by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and Aventis Pasteur.

Colorado's First Lady, Frances Owens, goes over a Kids Voting ballot with Da Taria, 8, of Texas on Election Day at Children's Hospital. Owens visited the hospital to help educate kids who were too young to vote on the electoral process. Photo by Jason P. Smith